Kroger announced it's merging with Albertsons in a $24.6 billion deal, creating one of the largest grocery store chains in the United States. A Kroger grocery store is seen here on September 9 in Houston, Texas.
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Kroger announced it's merging with Albertsons in a $24.6 billion deal, creating one of the largest grocery store chains in the United States. A Kroger grocery store is seen here on September 9 in Houston, Texas.
Mandatory Credit: Getty Images North America via CNN Newsource

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US government sues to block largest supermarket merger in history

The Federal Trade Commission on Monday sued to block the $25 billion deal between Kroger and Albertsons, alleging the largest supermarket merger in US history would lead to higher prices, store closures and job losses.